"Special Lamb Karahi is a rich and aromatic variation of the traditional lamb karahi, made with tender lamb pieces cooked in a thick, flavorful tomato-based gravy, enhanced with extra spices, aromatics, and sometimes dairy like butter or cream to deepen the taste and texture. What Makes it “Special”? Use of extra or premium spices (like cardamom, cloves, cinnamon sticks) Addition of butter, cream, or yogurt for richness and smoothness Slow cooking to allow the lamb to become tender and absorb the spices fully Inclusion of fresh ginger juliennes, green chilies, and kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) for layered flavors Garnished generously with fresh coriander and sometimes lemon juice for brightness Typical Ingredients for Special Lamb Karahi: Lamb pieces (bone-in preferred) Fresh tomatoes (finely chopped or pureed) Garlic paste and ginger paste Green chilies Cooking oil or ghee Whole spices: cumin seeds, cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick (optional) Ground spices: coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala Butter or cream (optional, for richness) Kasuri methi (optional) Fresh coriander for garnish Serving Suggestions: Served hot with naan, roti, paratha, or steamed basmati rice Often accompanied by sliced onions, fresh lemon wedges, and yogurt raita "